Montale 2009 EDP

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Aoud Safran

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Aoud Safran is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Pierre Montale. Aoud Safran opens with Cardamom, Clove, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Oud, Patchouli, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Sandalwood, and Oakmoss. Montale's Aoud Safran carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper Montale beast - nuclear strength and seriously polarising. If you're after a bold, authentic saffron-oud and can handle the initial medicinal hit, then you're in for a deeply rich, Middle Eastern treat. Just don't overspray, unless you want to gas out the entire neighbourhood.
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  • Bold
  • Cozy
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Aoud Safran Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, it's far too intrusive for an office setting. However, its rich, oriental character and strong sillage make it perfect for formal events or a memorable date night, particularly in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

It opens with a potent, almost medicinal saffron that quickly smooths out into a rich, velvety texture. Beneath it, a dark and woody oud emerges, interwoven with a subtle, bitter rose that adds a touch of sweetness without being overtly floral. There's a persistent metallic edge, softened by a leathery, spicy warmth, making for an intricate and commanding aroma from start to finish.

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